Farmingdale Baseball League (FBLI) named Robert Thompson of North Massapequa and Jeremy Brandenburg also of North Massapequa the 2002 recipients of the Thomas Fusaro Memorial Sportsmanship Award. The award is given annually to an adult volunteer and a youngster playing in the league who exhibits the highest quality of sportsmanship. The award was established to honor Mr. Fusaro's years of service to the youth of Farmingdale and perpetuate his memory. Tom was a lifelong resident of Farmingdale, who passed away in 2000. He served as FBLI's treasurer, and was a team manager and coach for many years. Mr. Thompson, the adult winner, is a long time manager and coach in the league and was chosen for his commitment and dedication to the children. He also coaches youth basketball and football, is a YES board member and the co-founder of the Farmingdale Titans Football League. On receiving the award, Mr. Thompson said, "Tom was a warm, funny and genuinely caring person, giving countless hours of his time to our children, I am truly honored to receive this award in his honor."

Jeremy Brandenburg, the youth winner, is the son of Denise and Alan. He is 15-years-old and attends Lutheran High School where he is a National Honor Society member. He has played in the Farmingdale Baseball League since he was nine-years-old. This year he played in the Boys Majors Division, where he was a team leader and an excellent player. "He's not only a good athlete but a terrific young man, always with a good attitude, smile and always there to help his teammates," said Rich McKenna, his manager this past season. "He is a fine example of good sportsmanship." Farmingdale Baseball congratulates both winners.